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Face it, Hillary Clinton is not really one to play up her feminine side. She usually projects a strong image. That's why conswervatives and so many men dislike her, they don't know how to deal with a strong woman who plays their games by their rules. So, when she showed cleavage it was surprising because it was so UNLIKE Hillary to play up her feminine attributes.
Cindy McCain has never wavered from the feminine image. That's not to say she's weak, but that she never gave the image of one who plays - and plays hard - with the boys.
Besides, Hillary is running for President, Cindy McCain is an aspiring First Lady. Our President (and Vice-President) should be strong, confident and professional. Cleavage, however enjoyable for the boys to see, is not professional. A First Lady is supposed to be in a support role, maybe even window dressing.
So, it's not really a double standard for Cindy vs. Hillary - it goes more to the root of our ideas of gender.
Of course, Governor Palin is turning all that on it's head by crafting an image that is feminine and tough and professional. In a way I grudgingly admire her that, but when I consider the reality behind it that regard is replaced by a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach.
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